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1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3L Petrol · MBZ 7278

MBZ 7278

1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1997. Recorded mileage 144,993 km. MOT valid until 20/09/2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Year / Origin
1997 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20/09/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Odometer
144,993 km
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20/09/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
2300cc

MBZ 7278 Key Findings

  • 22 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
  • 144,993 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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MBZ 7278 Odometer History

  1. 26/06/200899,021 km
  2. 26/06/200899,021 km
  3. 16/06/2009101,613 km+2,592 km
  4. 16/06/2009101,613 km
  5. 04/06/2010105,108 mi
  6. 04/04/2011106,276 mi+1,168 mi
  7. 03/04/2012109,635 mi+3,359 mi
  8. 19/03/2013116,134 km
  9. 14/05/2013116,134 mi
  10. 16/04/2014118,145 mi+2,011 mi
  11. 23/04/2015124,226 mi+6,081 mi
  12. 25/04/2016128,110 mi+3,884 mi
  13. 03/05/2017130,032 mi+1,922 mi
  14. 25/04/2018132,369 km
  15. 10/05/2019136,539 km+4,170 km
  16. 14/10/2020139,602 km+3,063 km
  17. 19/10/2021141,314 km+1,712 km
  18. 21/10/2022142,357 km+1,043 km
  19. 16/10/2023143,161 km+804 km
  20. 16/10/2024143,704 km+543 km
  21. 22/09/2025144,638 km+934 km
  22. 24/08/2026144,993 km+355 km

Average of roughly 2,532 km per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.

MBZ 7278 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 14:18
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

22 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes-Benz Slk (MBZ 7278) between June 2008 and August 2026.

The record contains 19 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 24 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)”.

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